My dad is a good role model for me, and then I had a high school coach that really helped me out when I was struggling and made a big difference in my life.

I like how Mother Teresa put it: "Let no one ever come to you without leaving better and happier. Be the living expression of God's kindness: kindness in your face, in your eyes, in your smile." If you approach life this way, always looking for ways to build instead of to tear down, you'll be amazed at how much happiness you can give to others and find for yourself

My focus has kind of been on teenagers, you know, and I think we've got a huge crisis right now in America, among our teens.

Don't let your pride or a lack of courage stand in the way of saying you're sorry to people you may have offended.

If you could envision the type of person God intended you to be, you would rise up and never be the same again.

Honesty is a principle. Service is a principle. Love is a principle. Hard work is a principle. Respect, gratitude, moderation, fairness, integrity, loyalty, and responsibility are principles. There are dozens and dozens more. They are not hard to identify. Just as a compass always points to true north, your heart will recognize true principles.

We become what we repeatedly do.